13.03.2012
Provence & Côte d’Azur: Hear it from the experts at social media seminar
As the world of social media grows in popularity, it’s rapidly becoming an influential medium of communication and personal expression for people of all ages across the world. But does it really have the power to shape our society? Listen to what the experts have to say at the social media seminar in Nice…Read more … Is social media shaping new world order?
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05.08.2011
Events: The Riviera Times puts together a comprehensive list of what is coming up this month
Whether it be an opera festival, rock concert or something for a slightly more eclectic musical taste, the variety of events on offer this summer is simply amazing, with something for everyone. Here at The Riviera Times we have put together a guide to which festivals are on in the on the Côte d’Azur in the coming weeks and what there is to experience. Read more … Riviera summer of fun rolls on into August
24.06.2011
Events: Nice will host its 7th annual superhuman triathalon on Sunday, June 26th
This Sunday, it won't be the typical Niçois out for their morning exercise running under the palm trees along the Promenade des Anglais.Read more … Swim, cycle, run: the Ironman is coming
21.06.2011
Event: The biggest music festival in France takes place today with an exciting lineup of free performances not to be missed
Today is Fête de la Musique, which means that a multitude of musicians will be playing everything from classical to jazz, rock to pop in bars, clubs and streets across France.Read more … Fête de la Musique 2011: it’s time to celebrate!
19.06.2011
Event: Doctors donate to a cause
A team of seven cyclists are setting off from the UK to Nice to attend the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Annual Scientific Meeting. Read more … Sponsor a hero
17.06.2011
Event: Highly qualified band sings for its defibrillators
Anyone who has a heart shouldn't miss rock band The Low Budget Men at the Théâtre de Verdure in Nice on 23rd June at 8.30 pm.Read more … Band makes hearts beat
14.06.2011
Event: France to experience its darkest and longest lunar eclipse in 11 years tomorrow
Millions across France will have the chance to watch the Moon turn red during a 100-minute-long total lunar eclipse tomorrow night.Read more … The Moon, the Moon
06.06.2011
Event: Chambre Régionale d'Agriculture puts together a special tour to discover Provence’s famous wine heritage
From Nice to Aix, the vineyards across the sunny slopes of the Provence region provide legendary vintages from Bellet through to Côtes de Provence and Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence.Read more … Sweetheart of the French wine route
27.05.2011
Event: France celebrates the 2011 Fête des voisins today
Perhaps you've noticed a friendly gathering or two in your neighbourhood. Or maybe someone in your block is hosting a party. If you have and are starting to feel a bit left out then you will be pleased to know that you'd be more than welcome to pop in to the do and say hello because today is Neighbours’ Day in France.Read more … Be a nosy neighbour and get to know the people next door on Neighbours’ Day
12.05.2011
Event: Spain’s national dance is celebrated in a special show in the Côte capital
With energy and firery passion, Laura Clemente brings the traditional Spanish art form, flamenco, to the intimate surroundings of the opera house in Nice.Read more … Flamenco diva to set stage alight at Opera Nice
03.12.2010
Event: The Côte d'Azur lives up to its mild winter wonderland reputation
If this is your first Christmas in France then get ready to be introduced to the Village de Noël. In towns, villages and hamlets across the region, these Christmas markets will be springing up from the start of this month and providing wonderful seasonal entertainment until January (see our events pages). From Breil-sur-Roya in the Alpes-Maritimes mountains to Aix-en-Provence and many places in between - Antibes, Cannes, Nice, Toulon, Monaco to name but a few - you are bound to have a festive fair in a town near you. And although each offers something a little different you will also find that most are in the same mould. Read more … Warm hearts, icy times
